The New Mexico Lobos will take on the Michigan Wolverines on Saturday, August 30, 2025. This game is part of Week 1 of the 2025 Regular Season. It will be held at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor, MI, and will start at 7:30 PM. Fans can watch the game on NBC.

New Mexico vs. Michigan Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: Michigan Wolverines. Michigan has a strong home record of 6-2, making them a solid choice for this game.
• Over/Under Prediction: Over 50.5. New Mexico’s games went over in 9 of 12 last season, and Michigan’s home games went over in 6 of 8.

Team Trends

• Michigan Wolverines had a strong home record last season, winning 7 out of 9 games.
• New Mexico Lobos had a road record of 3-4 in the last season.
• Michigan Wolverines are ranked #14 in both the AP and Coaches Polls.
• New Mexico Lobos ranked 8th in rushing yards last season with 3,054 yards.
• Michigan Wolverines had 36 sacks last season, ranking 14th in that category.

New Mexico vs Michigan Preview

The New Mexico Lobos are set to play against the Michigan Wolverines in the opening week of the 2025 season. Last season, the Lobos had a 5-7 record, with a 3-4 standing in the Mountain West Conference. They are looking to improve their performance on the road, where they had a 3-4 record last year.

The Michigan Wolverines, ranked 14th in both the AP and Coaches Polls, had an 8-5 record last season. They performed well at home with a 7-2 record. Coming off a win in the ReliaQuest Bowl against Alabama, Michigan aims to continue their success in this home game. Fans can catch the action at Michigan Stadium or tune in on NBC.

Michigan Wolverines: Home Field Advantage

The Michigan Wolverines hold the 14th spot in both the AP and Coaches Poll. They are part of the Big Ten Conference and play their home games at Michigan Stadium. Last season, they finished with an 8-5 record, excelling at home with a 7-2 record.

Davis Warren is a key player for the Wolverines, playing in 9 games and leading in passing yards and touchdowns. However, he is currently doubtful due to a knee injury. Kalel Mullings shines in the running back position with 948 rushing yards and 12 touchdowns.

On offense, Michigan scored 286 points last season, ranking 80th. The defense was strong, allowing 259 points, ranking 64th, and recording 36 sacks. In their last postseason game, they beat Alabama, 19-13, at the ReliaQuest Bowl.

New Mexico Lobos: Road Warriors

The New Mexico Lobos are from the Mountain West Conference and play their home games at University Stadium. Last season, they had a 5-7 record overall, going 3-4 on the road. Their conference record was 3-4.

Devon Dampier was their top quarterback, playing in 12 games and leading in passing yards. However, Dampier is now with the Utah Utes. Jack Layne, another quarterback, is dealing with an elbow injury and might not play.

Eli Sanders stood out as a running back, with 1,063 rushing yards in 12 games. He also scored 9 rushing touchdowns. The Lobos scored 402 points last season, ranking 36th in offense, but their defense allowed 456 points, ranking 145th.

Final Betting Pick

Michigan is a strong pick for the money line. They have a solid home record of 6-2, showing they play well at Michigan Stadium. Their defense is also strong, ranking 64th in points against, which can help them control the game.

The over 50.5 prediction is supported by both teams’ trends. New Mexico’s games went over in 9 of 12 last season. Michigan’s home games went over in 6 of 8. This suggests a high-scoring game is likely, making the over a good choice.

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